Hi All,
Now I am up and running with the blog, I will continue with the conversion pics. The conversion uses 2 BS shells, 3 SO shells and two of the large MLV driving ends. Replica print a conversion guide for this, but I have done the DMBS differently.
BS body showing removed sections.
This is what you need for the new brake sections of the DMBS.
Window cut into door of new brake section.
Starting to cut sections out of donor SO bodyshell.
Parts needed from the donor SO bodyshell.
Assembled parts using a straight edge.
Marking out roof for cutting, using the assembled new sections as a guide.
Masking tape used as a guide for cutting.
Cutting roof.
Parts ready for assembly.
All parts assembled.
Complete so far with unaltered BS bodyshell for comparison.
If you are careful with the saw cuts all the bodyside furniture remains intact.
I will keep the updates coming, it is quite an easy conversion to do and you don't have any hinges to doto finish it.
Cheers for now, Ian
